Seattle Ball Drama and Early Stars Highlight Baseball Anecdotes
A column recalls an umpire joke about a towering player with a No 12 shoe and No 2 hat, and recounts stories from Carl Cashion and Tris Speaker about fast balls and knee scares. It notes Charlies Rigter’s Cuba stint and Dan Brouthers guiding stands as veterans mock or mentor the next generation.
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Brennan
Bill
Carl Cashion
Washington
Cashion
Walter Johnson
Waa
Seapeenar
Boston Red Sox
Cachion
Consid
Tris
Cashioon
Beavers Seek Managers for Northwest League Teams
Victoria Sheehan and Barry are courted as free agents for managerial posts with Seattle and Victoria clubs in the Pacific coast circuit. Manager McCredie says both men can take hold if they choose, with Barry likely to move to Seattle and Sheehan possibly joining Victoria.
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United Press
Portland, Or
Sheehan
Barry
McCredie
Wrante
Jack Barry
Victoria Ie
Jommy Sheehan
Seattle
Victoria
Beavers
Pacific Coast
Relief After Twenty One Years Suffering
Joseph Constance of Marksville Louisiana testifies in 1911 that after twenty one years of side pain he found relief using Swamp Root. He describes prior morphine use and a past surgical operation in New Orleans, then notes immediate improvement after starting the remedy and a gravel kidney stone. The statement is sworn before Notary WM Morrow on July 15 1911.
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Alice
Joseph Constance
Lee
Marksville
Constance
WM. Morrow
Prove What Swamp-Reet Will Do For You
Goad to Dr. Kilmer and Company in New York for and sample, promising relief. The brief ad hints at health benefits and invites readers to request a sample to test effects.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
N. Y
Spanish War Veterans Smoker Set Friday at Monarch Club
Local Spanish War veterans plan a Friday smoker on January 12 at the Monarch Athletic Club at 224 Grand. The event benefits the free employment bureau and features notable local boxers to appear as the card is finalized.
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Monarch Athletic Club
Grand St
Aoc
United States Fencers to Compete in Stockholm Olympics
Jana Wet Point and Annapolis cadets will represent the United States in fencing at the Stockholm Olympic Games next year. Congress will be asked to appropriate funds to cover travel and expenses for the trip. It will be the first American fencing appearance at the Olympics.
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United Press
Wire
New York
Jana Wet Point
Annapolis
United States
Stockholm
Congress
Johnson to Sign for Flynn Fight in Windward Nevada
Jack Johnson announced in Chicago that he will sign articles for a bout with Jim Flynn at Windward Nevada in June or July once lawyers prepare the papers. He declined Jack Curley’s $10,000 offer for his share of moving pictures, signaling serious intent. Hugh McIntosh wired from Australia and authorized his agent to negotiate Johnson versus Sam McVey at Rush Cutters Bay.
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Johnson
Chicago
Jack Johnson
Jim Flynn
Windward
Nev
Jack Curley
Moving Pictures
Hugh McIntosh
Australia
Rush Cutters Bay
Sam McVey
Coulona to Comeback Challenge Kitson in Chicago Showdown
Johnny Coulona ends retirement to face George Kitson in Chicago on January 11. Kitson is backed by South Bend promoters and has posted a forfeit in a Chicago bank.
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Coulon
Kitson
Chicago
Tan
Johnny Coulona
George Kitson
South Bend
Ind
Attell Set for Test by White in New Orleans Bout
Chicago January 3 Harry Gilmore veteran fighter says Abe Attell faces a surprise fight when he meets Jack White in New Orleans on January 14. Gilmore, who has boxed with White, notes White is tough and skilled and will pound the ring with energy.
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Abe Attell
Chicago
Harry Gilmore
Jack White
New Orleans
Columbus Back on Grand Circuit Next Season
Columbus plans a return to the grand circuit next season if the driving rewards meet half the demands of the Columbus Driving Association. President EB Swisher says the withdrawal last year was due to limited racing, as two weeks were granted instead of the usual two.
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Columbus
Jan Columbus
Columbus Driving Association
Swisher
Wolgast Improves After Illness Recovery Progress
Wolgast shows improvement and all danger of pneumonia has passed after surgery for appendicitis. Manager Tom Jones reports the boxer's condition as hopeful with a cold still present from recovery.
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AD Wolgast Venich
Cal
Wolgast
Tom Jones
Brick Owens Remembered as Tough Opponent and Entertaining Umpire Contender
The article recalls Brick Owens known for a tempestuous on field presence and blunt wit. It notes his move between leagues, including a $526 monthly offer with the American Association, and his recent choice to join the National after leaving Han Johnson’s pursuit.
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Owens
American Association
Lynch
Han Johnson
How to Cure Rheumatism
An old remedy ad suggests using a mixture with one ounce of a chemical and a tea spoon of a powder taken with meals to ease rheumatism. It claims quick relief if the druggist cannot supply the compound and warns against patent medicines.
Major Store Sale Announcement At A Bridge & Company
Readers are urged to watch The Star tomorrow for full details of a big sale at A Bridge & Company. Large ads will reveal deep discounts on suits coats underwear hats shoes and more from top national manufacturers.
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A. Bridge & Company
Star
Seattle
Aeranea
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